Manager, Government Relations

X-energy; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

X-energy is seeking a Manager of Government Relations to support its public policy objectives. The role involves managing federal government affairs, stakeholder engagement, and legislative tracking, requiring strong expertise in energy policy, especially nuclear energy. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in engaging with government stakeholders and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Join us to further empower the future of energy through strategic government interactions.

Benefits

401K plan with employer match

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development

Qualifications

• Typically ten years of professional experience including Capitol Hill or equivalent federal government experience.
• Significant experience engaging with Congress, White House, and DOE and DoD on energy-related issues.
• Deep understanding of federal policymaking processes and nuclear energy.

Responsibilities

• Support government relations team in organizing congressional engagement and compiling policy briefings.
• Monitor, track, and analyze proposed legislation impacting X-energy’s business objectives.
• Assist in creating and implementing a company Political Action Committee (PAC).

Skills

Policy analysis

Legislative tracking

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory compliance

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in political science, public policy, law, or a related technical field

Job description

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X-energy LLC conducts a thorough recruiting process and will never issue offers without interview to discuss qualifications and responsibilities. All applications will be submitted via our company career page, www.x-energy.com/careers/. We will never ask you to provide payment information as part of the recruiting process. If anyone claiming to represent X-energy directs you in a manner otherwise, please contact us at www.x-energy.com/contact-us.

Job Description

This position will support and advance the company’s public policy and government relations objectives. This individual will play a critical role in managing the processes and activities associated with federal government affairs, including policy analysis, legislative tracking, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory compliance. The role requires strong familiarity with the U.S. legislative and executive branches and a deep understanding of energy policy—especially nuclear energy.

Responsibilities

• Support the government relations team in organizing and executing congressional and executive branch engagement, including compiling policy briefings, talking points, and other preparation materials.
• Coordinate logistics for meetings, briefings, events, and travel related to government relations on behalf of X-energy.
• Represent X-energy at relevant industry, government, and stakeholder events to promote the company’s mission and priorities.
• Monitor, track, and analyze proposed legislation, regulations, and policy developments that impact X-energy’s business objectives.
• Develop policy summaries and provide strategic recommendations based on the potential impact of government actions.
• Assist in the creation and implementation of a company Political Action Committee (PAC), including strategy development, solicitation efforts, and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Maintain and build strong working relationships with key federal stakeholders, including members of Congress, White House staff, and officials at the Department of Energy (DOE) and Department of Defense (DoD).
• Collaborate across internal teams to align government relations efforts with X-energy’s business strategy and communications priorities.
• Work with the business development team to foster new business opportunities.
• Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in political science, public policy, law, or a related technical field.
• Typically, ten years of professional experience, including Capitol Hill or equivalent federal government experience.
• Significant experience engaging with Congress, White House, and DOE and DoD on energy-related issues.
• Deep understanding of federal policymaking processes, energy policy, and funding processes and opportunities, with specialized expertise in nuclear energy.
• Familiarity with the federal budget, legislative, and regulatory processes and landscape impacting the energy sector.
• Experience building and maintaining high-level relationships with federal officials and stakeholders and other companies.
  
  

Location: 530 Gaither Road, Rockville MD

Work Site Expectations: at least 3 days per week in office

Travel Expectations: up to 10% as needed

Hours: standard office schedule are 8:00am-5:00pm ET Mon-Fri

Compensation

As required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy, LLC (X-energy) lists the expected compensation range for a publicly advertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements (e.g. education/training, experience, skill sets, etc.). Individual candidates who meet the job requirements for the posted position will be offered a salary within this range based on their respective levels of education/training, experience, and other qualifications unique to them. Salary ranges may vary based on the specific office location and region referenced in the posting to take into consideration differences in cost of living and may not be reflective of all regions. Please note that compensation ranges listed for US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits or other incentives.

A reasonable estimate for this position at the level of experience required is:

$105,375- $175,675

Position Job Classification

Full time - Exempt

Benefits

X Energy, LLC offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401K plan with an employer match, Medical/Dental /Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, and a Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development policy that supports the continuing education of our employees.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Nuclear Electric Power Generation

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